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Tea · From Bladwijzer

Fresh thyme tea

Updated on 9 October 2026

• Makes: 2 cups
• Time: 10 min
• From: Garden thyme

Ingredients

• 6 sprigs of fresh thyme (or 2 teaspoons dried)
• 500 ml boiling water
• 1 slice of lemon (optional)
• honey to taste (not for children under 1 year)

Method

1. Rinse the sprigs briefly and put them in a teapot or heatproof jug.
2. Pour the boiling water over and cover, so the aroma does not escape.
3. Leave to steep for 5–7 minutes.
4. Strain into two cups and add lemon and honey to taste.

Storing: Drink the tea fresh. Any leftover keeps for a day in the fridge.